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Body-Worn Camera Open Records Request

Body-Worn Camera Open Records Requests

House Bill 373, a KLC Initiative passed during the 2018 session, created a new law that reduces the burden on cities in complying with open records requests involving body-worn camera recordings. Now, KRS 61.168 and KRS 61.169 govern disclosure of body-worn camera recordings. Prior to the changes, the body-worn camera recordings were treated like any other public record. The new statutes balances continued transparency of law enforcement agencies with citizens’ right to privacy and the burden on cities in complying with the requests.

The followingflow chartwalks through the statute to help you determine what may or may not be disclosed under the new statute. While thischartprovides general guidance, each disclosure determination will be very fact-specific. Make sure to consult your city attorney or KLC Legal Services for additional assistance.